2010 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A8 would be higher. Both 2010 Audi A8 and 2011 Audi A8 are equipped with a 4,200 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Audi A8. 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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A8. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Audi A8 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A8 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5192 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3073 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |