2008 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A3 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 100 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
