2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
