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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A4 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 A4 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 A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |