2002 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 553 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Insight | Meriva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |