2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva.
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, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
