2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 140 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Allroad | A8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
