1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | HR-V | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
