2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1380 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 Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |
