2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Opel Meriva (241 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Jazz | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
