2011 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 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. 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 50 more horse power than 2011 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2011 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A6 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4933 mm | 5062 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2944 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |