2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |