2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva

To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 129 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Mondeo 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Mondeo Meriva
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 1305 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm


 

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