2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2002 Audi RS6 and 2002 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | RS6 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
