2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 Renault Laguna.
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, 2005 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2003 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |