2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall VX220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. 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, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall VX220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A6 | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
