1995 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 827 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Opel Astra | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Astra | A6 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |