2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Chevrolet Malibu were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |