2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2001 Audi Steppenwolf 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
Because 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf (325 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Meriva. (240 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Steppenwolf | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
