2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2003 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 463 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Meriva | 206 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |