2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 165 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 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Meriva | Kuga |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |