2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2000 Opel Meriva
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Meriva
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1393 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4050 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L


 

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