2012 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2012 Opel Meriva and 2012 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207.
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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Meriva | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Meriva | 207 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 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 |
