1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 8 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 1007. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2007 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
