2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet 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 Opel Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
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2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Kalos | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |