2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2002 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (241 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 52 L |
