2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Meriva weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Patrol | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Patrol | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |