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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 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 256 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |