2011 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2011 Opel Meriva and 2011 Nissan Micra were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Meriva (118 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.
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, 2011 Opel Meriva (175 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2011 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Opel Meriva | 2011 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Meriva | Micra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
