2001 Ford Urban Explorer vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 376 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Urban Explorer | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
