2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 150 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
