2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Audi S6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Audi S6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | S6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2697 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |