2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (229 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Frontier | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
