2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Audi RS6 and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | RS6 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
