2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
