2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 681 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pathfinder | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
