2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ranger and 2007 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 609 kg more than 2007 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |
