1996 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 184 kg more than 1996 Audi A6.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Vivaro. 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
