2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Audi A3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S6 | A3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 540 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |