2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. Both 2001 Opel Meriva and 2002 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |