2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 3 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 (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Mobilio | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |