2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 267 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
