2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro vs. 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro and 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 3.0 TDi Quattro (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic. (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic. 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro | 2009 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |