2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 88 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Meriva weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |