2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
