2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Opel Zafira. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Zafira. (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
