2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tahoe (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | A6 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |