2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2012 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
