2008 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Audi A6

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 370 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2009 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A6
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1779 cc 2698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3300 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 228 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L