2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
