2008 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A6 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
