1996 Ford Royale vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Royale (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Royale should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 1996 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Royale | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Royale | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
