2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 242 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fusion | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
