2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra 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 321 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | RS6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
