1998 Ford Puma 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 Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Ford Puma.
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 (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Puma | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Puma | Meriva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 53 L |