2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 10 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. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Meriva | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3919 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1679 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 45 L |
