2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Espace weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Renault Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2002 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Espace |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
