2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Audi A8
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 245 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.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |