2007 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |