2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord 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 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
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 (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Accord | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |