2013 Audi A7 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, both 2013 Audi A7 and 2013 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2013 Audi A7.
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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2013 Audi A7 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A7 | A8 |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 6 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 445 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Single Speed | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5267 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2139 mm | 2111 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2914 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |