2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A3 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
