2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Saturn Sky were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 Saturn Sky. 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Saturn Sky
Make Audi Saturn
Model A6 Sky
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 99.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 75.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1825 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 49 L