2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro vs. 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro and 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro. 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 A8 3.0 TDi Quattro (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 4.2 Quattro | 2008 Audi A8 3.0 TDi Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |