2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi A3

To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2008 Audi A3
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A3
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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