2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |