2001 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Audi A8
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 5,997 cc, 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2001 AC Aceca. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 AC Aceca. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2006 Audi A8 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | Aceca | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
