2009 Ford Edge vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva. 2009 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Edge | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Edge | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |