2007 Nissan Note vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Note. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Note would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 192 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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, 2008 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Note | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 53 L |
