2009 Audi TT vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Meriva would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT 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 TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi TT | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | TT | Meriva |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |