2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 462 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
