2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Aveo and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (240 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Aveo | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1684 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1365 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 Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |