1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 603 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Meriva | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Meriva | Life |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |