2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Opel Corsa

To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (166 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2006 Opel Corsa
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Corsa
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1686 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 171 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 166 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 209 km/hour 150 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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