2002 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda NSX weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2002 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | NSX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
