2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 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 A6 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 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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1765 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
