Opel Vectra 1995 vs Audi A4 1995
| 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: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 185 NM | 210 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10 seconds | 8.3 seconds | |
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Audi A4 is a more dynamic driving. Opel Vectra engine produces 14 HP less power than Audi A4, whereas torque is 25 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): | 8.6 | 7.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.4 l/100km | 9.4 l/100km | |
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The Opel Vectra is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Opel Vectra consumes 0.7 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 105 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Vectra consumes 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 690 km in combined cycle | 780 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 950 km on highway | ||
| 710 km with real consumption | 650 km with real consumption | ||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Astra, Opel Omega, Opel Calibra | Used also on Audi A6 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Opel Vectra might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.48 m | 4.48 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Opel Vectra and Audi A4 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 440 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
790 litres | no data | |
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Opel Vectra has more luggage capacity. Opel Vectra has 40 litres more trunk space than the Audi A4. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.6 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Opel Vectra is 0.5 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`820 | 1`770 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Opel Vectra has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A4, so Opel Vectra quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 800 | 1000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.2/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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