2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2002 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Meriva | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
