2009 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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 Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Escape | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 44 L |
