2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 4 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. Both 2003 Opel Meriva and 2007 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
