2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 324 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |