2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi A8
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (231 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 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 A8 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |