2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 SSC Aero

To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 814 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 427 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1007 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2008 SSC Aero
Make Audi SSC
Model A6 Aero
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2671 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 248 HP 1062 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 1357 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 246 km/hour 380 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1293 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2080 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1090 mm


 

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