2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2003 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. 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 Renault Megane (184 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Megane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
