2004 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frontera. (202 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Audi A6 (401 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frontera. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2001 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
