2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.

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