2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. 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 181 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
