2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2003 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 3 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. Both 2000 Opel Meriva and 2003 Daewoo Nubira are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 176 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Nubira.
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, 2003 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva. 2003 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 2000 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 2000 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2003 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Opel | Daewoo |
| Model | Meriva | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 60 L |
