2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 203 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
