2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | F-350 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
