1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
