2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Quest | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
