2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Opel Tigra

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Opel Tigra. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Tigra. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Tigra.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Opel Tigra
Make Audi Opel
Model A6 Tigra
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 220 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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