2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Audi A8

To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2008 Audi A8
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A8
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 90 L


 

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