2010 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A8 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |
