2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 48 kg more than 2007 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
