2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Audi A8
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
