1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 609 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
