2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1160 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
