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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (174 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
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 | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |