2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Vectra
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5203 cc 2197 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 429 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 94.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 212 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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