2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi vs. 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi and 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Avant 2.5 TDi (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi | 2009 Audi A6 2.4 Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |