2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1168 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A6 | Defender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |