2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Tata Sumo

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Sumo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 Tata Sumo
Make Audi Tata
Model A6 Sumo
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 223 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4258 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1726 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2425 mm


 

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