2000 Honda Shuttle 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 Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Shuttle | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
