2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Because 2006 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Mustang | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |
