2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
