2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. Both 2009 Audi A6 and 2006 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 373 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (286 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |