2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Opel Meriva

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Opel Meriva
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Meriva
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 81.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 212 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 52 L


 

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