1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan 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 2010 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Meriva | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 5549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
