2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 4 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A6 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
