2006 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (162 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
