2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. Both 2008 Audi RS6 and 2000 Audi A8 are equipped with a 4,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Audi A8. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
