2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
