2007 Audi S6 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Audi S6. (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
