2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Because 2009 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Ranger | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Ranger | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 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 |