2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2012 Audi A6

To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Corsa 2012 Audi A6
Make Opel Audi
Model Corsa A6
Year Released 2005 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 997 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 58 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 8-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4925 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2913 mm