2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 8 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 2011 Renault Twingo are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 325 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
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, 2011 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 440 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
