2005 Ford F-350 vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (223 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-350 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 53 L |
