2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1661 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Excursion | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3054 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 53 L |
