2004 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. Both 2004 Chevrolet Aveo and 2002 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 140 kg more than 2004 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Aveo | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 52 L |
