2000 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2004 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2004 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
