Comparison Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2007) 3.0 TDI V6 (233 Hp) quattro DPF Tiptronic & Audi A8 (D2, 4D, facelift 1998) 2.5 TDI V6 (150 Hp) tiptronic
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| Brand: | Audi | Audi |
| Model: | A8 | A8 |
| Generation: | A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2007) | A8 (D2, 4D, facelift 1998) |
| Engine / modification: | 3.0 TDI V6 (233 Hp) quattro DPF Tiptronic | 2.5 TDI V6 (150 Hp) tiptronic |
| Production start: | 2007 year | 1998 year |
| Production end: | 2009 year | 2000 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Sedan |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine | |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 4 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 12.1 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km | |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km | |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.28 | 0.29 |
| Fuel tank volume: | 90 l | |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | Euro 2 |
| CO2 emissions: | 227 g/km | |
| Power: | 233 hp | 150 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000 rpm. | 4000 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 243 km/h | 214 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec | 10.9 sec |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1400-3250 rpm. | 310 Nm @ 1500-3200 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | ASB | AKN |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 cm3 | 2496 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.2 l | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 15.8 l | 10 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) | |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | DOHC |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 6 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 17 | 19.5 |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Front wheel drive | |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 6 Tiptronic | |
| Length: | 5062 mm | 5034 mm |
| Width: | 1894 mm | 1880 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 1973 mm | |
| Height: | 1444 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2944 mm | 2880 mm |
| Front track: | 1629 mm | 1597 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm | 1586 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1018 mm | |
| Rear overhang: | 1136 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 500 l | 525 l |
| Front suspension: | Multi-link suspension | |
| Rear suspension: | Independent on trapezoidal lever | |
| Max weight: | 2430 kg | 2260 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Kerb Weight: | 1830 kg | 1660 kg |
| ABS: | yes | |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg | 100 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2200 kg | 2100 kg |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m | 12.3 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2200 kg | 2100 kg |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 95 kg | 95 kg |
| Tire size: | 235/60 R16 | 225/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size: | 7.5J x 16 | 7J x 16 |