2009 Audi A3 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A3 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
