2008 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S6 would be higher. 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 68 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 864 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
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) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
