2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Audi Q7 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 Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 545 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 Q7 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 Q7 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 Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
