2004 Opel Corsa vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Opel Corsa. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Corsa. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Corsa | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Opel | Audi |
Model | Corsa | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |