1996 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1996 Honda Civic (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Civic 2006 Opel Meriva
Make Honda Opel
Model Civic Meriva
Year Released 1996 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1387 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 127 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 77.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 73.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1630 mm


 

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