2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
