2007 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |