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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (429 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 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.
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2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5203 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |