2009 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 992 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.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A6 | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |