2009 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 811 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
