2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 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 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4163 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 421 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
