1996 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1995 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
