2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi vs. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi and 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0.
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 2.7 TDi (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi | 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |