2008 Audi A8 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. 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, 2010 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
