2000 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra. 2000 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
