2001 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2001 Audi A3 and 2001 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A3 | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A3 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |