2002 Ford Laser vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Ford Laser is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Ford Laser.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (229 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Laser | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Laser | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
