2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Impala | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
