2001 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 450 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
