2001 Honda Z vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Z | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Z | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
