2000 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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, 2000 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2008 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
