2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra and 2007 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Micra | Meriva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1049 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |