2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 957 kg more than 2003 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 Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Patrol | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1398 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 52 L |
