2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 364 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva.
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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Galaxy | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Galaxy | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
