2004 Opel Meriva vs. 2008 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Acura CSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Acura CSX.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Meriva | 2008 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Meriva | CSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
