2009 Audi R8 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | R8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |