2008 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2808 mm |
