1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Ford Mondeo.
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 Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mondeo | Meriva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |