2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Meriva | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Meriva | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |