2002 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ka | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
