2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Opel Vectra

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 Opel Vectra
Make Audi Opel
Model A4 Vectra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 81.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 231 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 12.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L