2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1380 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |