2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |