2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane.
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 (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
