2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2001 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Omega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2001 Opel Omega
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Omega
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 94.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.8 L/100km