2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Grand Scenic.
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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (201 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
