1999 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Opel Signum
To start off, both 1999 Audi A6 and 1999 Opel Signum were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Opel Signum. (123 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Signum weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Audi A6.
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, 1999 Opel Signum (271 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A6. 1999 Opel Signum has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Signum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi A6 | 1999 Opel Signum | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Signum |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |