2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Opel Zafira. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Zafira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2006 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Audi | Opel |
Model | A6 | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |