2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2003 Audi RS6 and 2003 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2003 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi RS6 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | RS6 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |