2001 Honda Mobilio vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Mobilio | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Mobilio | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 131 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |