2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra (371 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 371 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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