2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa 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 324 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | RS6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 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 | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 53 L |
