2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 Opel Signum (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |