2005 Nissan Platina vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Platina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Platina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Platina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Platina | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Platina | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
