1998 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Maxima | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
