2008 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S8 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 S8 (540 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2086 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2912 mm |
