2005 Audi TT vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 40 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 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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 TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | TT | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
