2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT. 2006 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Audi | Porsche |
Model | A8 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |