2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 572 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saleen S7 weights approximately 87 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 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saleen S7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Audi | Saleen |
Model | A6 | S7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2692 mm |