2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2006 Jeep Wrangler
Make Audi Jeep
Model A6 Wrangler
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 149 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 214 km/hour 174 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1490 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L