2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight.
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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | Insight |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
