2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Opel Meriva. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Pathfinder | Meriva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |