2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 233 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Avancier | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Avancier | Meriva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |