2001 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2001 Audi A4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.3 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 | 1560 kg | 1310 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |