2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307.
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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Meriva | 307 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |