2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-150 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
