2008 Audi S8 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 Audi S8 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (429 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
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, both vehicles can yield 540 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 5203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
