2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro vs. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro and 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T 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 Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro 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 Avant 3.0 Quattro (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 Quattro | 2009 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1490 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 | 11.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |