2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2009 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Opel Meriva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Meriva weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Kalos.
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 Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 2009 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
