2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup 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 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Pickup | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pickup | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 163 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2640 mm |