2002 Honda Acty vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Acty (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Acty should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Acty | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Acty | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
