2011 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2011 Honda Civic and 2011 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Civic | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Meriva |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |