2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford C-MAX | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | C-MAX | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |