2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Audi A4.
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, 2002 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |