2009 Audi R8 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | R8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |