2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A6 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1441 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
