2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Maybach 62 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Maybach 62 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 Maybach 62. 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Audi | Maybach |
| Model | A6 | 62 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
