2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |