2005 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
