1998 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Meriva | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Meriva | S4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2809 mm |
