2006 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Opel Astra

To start off, both 2006 Audi S6 and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.

Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi S6 2006 Opel Astra
Make Audi Opel
Model S6 Astra
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5204 cc 1246 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 732 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 245 km/hour 172 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm


 

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