2004 Honda Element vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 279 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Element | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
