2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1469 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
