2000 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.

Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda Civic 2003 Opel Meriva
Make Honda Opel
Model Civic Meriva
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.5 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 53 L