2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi R8
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Audi R8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | R8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |