2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi RS6
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Audi RS6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 95 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | RS6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |