2011 Renault Megane vs. 2011 Opel Meriva

To start off, both 2011 Renault Megane and 2011 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.

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, 2011 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Renault Megane 2011 Opel Meriva
Make Renault Opel
Model Megane Meriva
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 112 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 152 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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