2006 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 500 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.
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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
