2012 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Opel Meriva | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Opel | Honda |
| Model | Meriva | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
