2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 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 (367 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mondeo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
