1998 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 316 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 2001 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
