2006 Audi TT vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2006 Audi TT 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 85 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 TT (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | TT | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
