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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2004 Opel Vectra.

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 Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra 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 Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Vectra
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 3175 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Top Speed 221 km/hour 248 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1523 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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