2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Audi A4 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 470 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 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 | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
