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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 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 500 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2007 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A4
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2966 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 229 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 242 km/hour 226 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 7.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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