2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-350 | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | E-350 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 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 | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |
