2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 642 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 2013 Ford EDGE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2013 Ford EDGE has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Opel Meriva | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Opel | Ford |
Model | Meriva | EDGE |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |