2003 Vauxhall Meriva vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 237 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Nissan |
| Model | Meriva | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2675 mm |
