2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | FR-V | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 53 L |
