2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,798 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1686 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |