2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 7 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Odyssey | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
