2006 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva.
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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva. 2010 Ford Mondeo has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Mondeo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Meriva | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Meriva | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
