2005 Audi A2 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Audi A2.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Meriva (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A2 | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A2 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |