2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2007 Opel Meriva and 2007 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 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 C-MAX (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva. 2007 Ford C-MAX has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford C-MAX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Meriva | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Opel | Ford |
| Model | Meriva | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
