2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Kalos and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | Kalos | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
