2004 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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, 2004 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |