2005 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort.
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, 2003 Opel Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escort | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |