2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2004 Opel Meriva and 2004 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2004 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
