2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | FX | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
