2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi S3
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Audi S3.
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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi S3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |