2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 198 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
