2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-150 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 53 L |
