2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra. 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 Vectra. 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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A4 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |