2009 Audi R8 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2003 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | R8 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
