2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford GT 500 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | GT 500 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 17.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
