1999 Ford Contour vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 1999 Ford Contour.
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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Contour | Meriva |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |