2006 Nissan Navara vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Navara | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Navara | Meriva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |