2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306.
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 (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
