2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.

Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (223 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Nissan Titan 1999 Opel Meriva
Make Nissan Opel
Model Titan Meriva
Year Released 2008 1999
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5552 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4900 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 53 L


 

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