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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 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 | 3130 cc | 3697 cc |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
