2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
