2007 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
