2002 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 77 kg more than 2002 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Meriva. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Meriva | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Meriva | TT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
