2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Toyota Avalon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 435 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | A6 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |