2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Meriva (81 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |