2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Chevrolet Impala were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Impala |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |