2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall 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, 2007 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | A6 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
