2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |