2000 Daewoo Magnus vs. 2000 Opel Meriva

To start off, both 2000 Daewoo Magnus and 2000 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Magnus (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Magnus.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Daewoo Magnus 2000 Opel Meriva
Make Daewoo Opel
Model Magnus Meriva
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 111 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2300 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1355 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1630 mm