2009 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Audi S6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | S6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 72 L |
