2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | RS6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
