2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2737 mm |