2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Primera and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,182 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Nissan Primera (314 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Primera | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2182 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 36 L |
