2006 Ford GT vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 191 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 GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
