2007 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |