2002 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | S8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
