2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (231 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2967 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |