2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |