2005 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | S2000 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |