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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 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. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2007 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A4
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 1494 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 63 L


 

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