2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A3 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |