2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 6 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | QX56 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 53 L |
