1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 175 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 (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 407 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
