2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Meriva weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Opel Meriva (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |