2007 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 39 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |