2000 Opel Meriva vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Meriva | A5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
