2010 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Daewoo Kalos | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Kalos | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
