2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 258 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.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | CR-V | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |