2000 Daewoo Musiro vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Daewoo Musiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Daewoo Musiro would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Musiro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Musiro (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Musiro should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Meriva weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Because 2000 Daewoo Musiro 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 2000 Daewoo Musiro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (150 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Musiro. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Musiro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Musiro | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Musiro | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 53 L |
