2008 Audi S5 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S5 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2010 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2833 mm |
