2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
