2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 381 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |