2007 Opel Meriva vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Meriva (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Meriva weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Meriva | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
Make | Opel | Daewoo |
Model | Meriva | Kalos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |