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