2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 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 166 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2009 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 | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | E-350 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 |