2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi S8
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi S8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |