2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 408 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
