2000 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
