1992 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi V8 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi V8 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | V8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
