2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. 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 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2833 mm |