1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
