2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro vs. 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro and 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro | 2001 Audi A8 6.0 L | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.8 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 | 1750 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |
