2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 2005 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model RS6 Vectra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1500 RPM
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.9 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1523 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 61 L