2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 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 S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
