2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
