2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Holden Captiva

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Holden Captiva 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Holden Captiva 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 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Holden Captiva
Make Audi Holden
Model A6 Captiva
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 2404 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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