2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2000 Opel Meriva and 2000 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306. 2000 Peugeot 306 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 306 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Meriva | 306 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |