2009 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Astra | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Opel | Audi |
| Model | Astra | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2833 mm |
