2009 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Meriva 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 418 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2000 Opel Meriva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Meriva. (250 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | R8 | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |
