2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 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.
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 Audi A6 (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |