2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |