2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva. 2000 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Safrane |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |