2005 Nissan Titan vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall 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 205 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 881 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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 2002 Vauxhall 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Titan | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
Model | Titan | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5556 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 514 Nm | 153 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2640 mm |