2001 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2004 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda HR-V | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | HR-V | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |