2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |