1996 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
