2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra.
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 Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Opel Astra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |