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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi R8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | R8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |