2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Expedition | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
