2005 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2005 Audi S6 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 S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 237 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 S6 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 S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1523 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
