2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 143 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
