2005 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
