2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 563 kg more than 2000 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
