2000 Honda Insight 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 Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2003 Opel Meriva (165 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |