2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3101 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
