2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Audi Q7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 965 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |