2002 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura NSX weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2002 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Acura | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
