2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 53 L |
