1996 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
