2008 Ford Bantam vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Bantam | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 53 L |
