2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 63 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 1999 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Meriva | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Opel | Honda |
Model | Meriva | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |