2002 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Opel Frontera

To start off, both 2002 Audi A6 and 2002 Opel Frontera were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Frontera weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Frontera. 2002 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A6 2002 Opel Frontera
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Frontera
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 3165 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2470 mm


 

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