2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 590 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. 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 (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Meriva | 107 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
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 | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |