2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 134 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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |