2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Audi S8
To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2005 Audi S8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2005 Audi S8 are equipped with a 4,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S8. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS6 | 2005 Audi S8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | RS6 | S8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1770 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |