2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi vs. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi and 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi.
Because 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T 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 3.0 T (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 Avant 3.2 FSi | 2009 Audi A6 3.0 T | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
