2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 923 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Titan | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
