2009 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 1077 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.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Audi | Acura |
| Model | A6 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
