2005 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Opel Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
