2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |