2006 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Legend | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
