2011 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2011 Ford Focus and 2011 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva. 2011 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Focus | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Focus | Meriva |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |