2004 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |