2009 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2000 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
