2000 Audi TT vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 2 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 2000 Audi TT (245 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Meriva. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | TT | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
