2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
