2001 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Opel Meriva. 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, 1998 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
