2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius

To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 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 253 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2013 Toyota Prius
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Prius
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 13.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4615 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1775 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1575 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 45 L


 

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