2008 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |