1996 Opel Frontera vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera 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 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Frontera | A6 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2911 mm |
