2007 Renault Modus vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Modus would be higher. Both 2007 Renault Modus and 2008 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Modus (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Renault Modus.
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 Modus (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Modus | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Renault | Opel |
Model | Modus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |