2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 3 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |