2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW 116
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 BMW 116 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 A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 116. 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 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 116 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 116 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 A8 | 2006 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
