2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1114 kg more than 2002 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Armada | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1686 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |
