2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
