2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Opel 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 (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |