2007 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Ford Ikon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ikon weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ikon. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ikon | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Ikon | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |