2001 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2001 Infiniti FX and 2001 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti FX (300 HP) has 177 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti FX weights approximately 367 kg more than 2001 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Infiniti FX (407 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2001 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva. 2001 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti FX | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
