2003 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi A6

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.

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2003 Audi A6 2009 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A6
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 238 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L