2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Vauxhall VX220 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Vauxhall VX220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A6 | VX220 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |