2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon 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) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 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 | 70 L |