2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 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 Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |