2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Honda CR-V and 2007 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | CR-V | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1562 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
