2005 Opel Meriva vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Meriva | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Meriva | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 90 L |
