2007 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-250 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-250 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1597 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |