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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 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. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi S3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |