2005 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |