2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-150 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
