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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. 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 Astra (241 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 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 | 2496 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
