2010 Nissan 370Z vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2010 Nissan 370Z and 2010 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 324 kg more than 2010 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan 370Z | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 370Z | Meriva |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |