Opel Vectra 2004 vs Audi A4 2008
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.2 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 147 HP | 180 HP | |
| Torque: | 203 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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Audi A4 is a more dynamic driving. Opel Vectra engine produces 33 HP less power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 117 NM less than Audi A4. Due to the lower power, Opel Vectra reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.7 | 6.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 8.5 l/100km | |
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By specification Opel Vectra consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Vectra could require 165 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Vectra consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 980 km in combined cycle | |
| 980 km on highway | 1250 km on highway | ||
| 750 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 360'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Zafira | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Audi A5, Audi Q5 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Audi A4 2008 2.0 engine: The engine is widely criticized for excessive oil consumption, which is one of the most common complaints from owners. This issue, partially addressed by the manufacturer by the end of 2011, persists in high-mileage engines. The primary solution is ... More about Audi A4 2008 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.60 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.83 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.43 m | |
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Opel Vectra is smaller, but slightly higher. Opel Vectra is 10 cm shorter than the Audi A4, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Opel Vectra is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1360 litres | no data | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Opel Vectra has 20 litres more trunk space than the Audi A4. The Audi A4 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Vectra is 0.4 metres less than that of the Audi A4, which means Opel Vectra can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`945 | 1`980 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | below average | high | |
| Audi A4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Opel Vectra has serious deffects in 395 percent more cases than Audi A4, so Audi A4 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 5400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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