2009 Audi A5 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A5 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
