1999 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Meriva. (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Meriva. 2011 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Meriva has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Meriva | A8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
