2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A6 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
