2001 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2010 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 2010 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Meriva | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |