2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,796 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. 2009 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 3796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
