2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2006 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 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 (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 324 kg more than 2006 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Meriva. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2006 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
