2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Ranger | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
