2000 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Audi RS6
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2005 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
