2009 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,773 cc, 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2480 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
