2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 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 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (370 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Vectra | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2912 mm |
