2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 579 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Multivan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |