2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Meriva | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Meriva | Kuga |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 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 | 1380 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 Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |