2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 vs. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 and 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic.
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 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 Avant 2.0 | 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro Tiptronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
