2009 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 706 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |