2009 Audi R8 vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 2012 Opel Meriva. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel 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 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Meriva. (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
