2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
