2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Vauxhall Astra 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 146 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. 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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
Model | A6 | Astra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |