2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic and 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic. 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Avant Quattro Tiptronic | 2009 Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |