2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 237 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Meriva | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | Fit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
