2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
