2008 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Opel Meriva and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 355 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Meriva | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Meriva | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |