2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2008 Audi S8
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2008 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Allroad | S8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
