2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-Z.
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 CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2012 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
