2000 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
