2012 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, both 2012 Audi A6 and 2012 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |