2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 320 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. 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 Dodge Nitro. 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Nitro | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |