2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
