2001 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ka and 2001 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 495 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ka | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ka | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |