Comparison Audi A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2005) 3.0 TDI V6 (233 Hp) quattro DPF Tiptronic & BMW 2 Series Convertible (F23) 228i (245 Hp)
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| Brand: | Audi | BMW |
| Model: | A8 | 2 Series |
| Generation: | A8 (D3, 4E, facelift 2005) | 2 Series Convertible (F23) |
| Engine / modification: | 3.0 TDI V6 (233 Hp) quattro DPF Tiptronic | 228i (245 Hp) |
| Production start: | 2005 year | 2015 year |
| Production end: | 2007 year | 2016 year |
| Coupe type: | Sedan | Cabriolet |
| Num. of Doors: | 4 | 2 |
| Num. of seats: | 5 | 4 |
| Fuel consumption / economy - urban: | 12.1-12.3 l/100 km | 9.1-9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - extra urban: | 6.5-6.7 l/100 km | 5.5-5.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption / economy - combined: | 8.5-8.7 l/100 km | 6.8-7.0 l/100 km |
| Fuel Type: | Diesel | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Drag coefficient: | 0.27 | |
| Fuel tank volume: | 90 l | 52 l |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 | Euro 6 |
| CO2 emissions: | 229-234 g/km | 159-163 g/km |
| Power: | 233 hp | 245 hp |
| Max power in: | 4000 rpm. | 5000-6500 rpm. |
| Maximum speed: | 243 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h: | 7.8 sec | 6.1 sec |
| Torque: | 450 Nm @ 1400-3250 rpm. | 350 Nm @ 1250-4800 rpm. |
| Model Engine: | ASB | N20B20 |
| Engine position: | Front, longitudinal | Front, longitudinal |
| Engine displacement: | 2967 cm3 | 1997 cm3 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.2 l | 5 l |
| Coolant: | 15.8 l | 7-7.6 l |
| Fuel System: | Diesel Commonrail | Direct injection |
| Aspiration / Turbine: | Turbo / Intercooler (Turbocharging / Intercooler) | Twin-power turbo |
| Position of cylinders: | V engine | Inline |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC | |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 | 4 |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 | 4 |
| Compression ratio: | 17 | 10 |
| Piston Stroke: | 91.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Wheel Drive: | Rear wheel drive | |
| Number of Gears (automatic transmission): | 6 Tiptronic | |
| Number of Gears (manual transmission): | 6 | |
| Length: | 5062 mm | 4432 mm |
| Width: | 1894 mm | 1774 mm |
| Height: | 1444 mm | 1413 mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2944 mm | 2690 mm |
| Front track: | 1629 mm | 1521 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1615 mm | 1556 mm |
| Ride height(clearance): | 140 mm | |
| Minimum volume of Luggage (trunk): | 500 l | 280 l |
| Front suspension: | Multi-link suspension | Independent, spring |
| Rear suspension: | Independent on trapezoidal lever | Multi-link independent |
| Max weight: | 2430 kg | 1975 kg |
| Front brakes: | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes: | Ventilated discs | Disc |
| Kerb Weight: | 1830 kg | 1535 kg |
| ABS: | yes | yes |
| Steering type: | Steering rack and pinion | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering: | Hydraulic Steering | |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 2200 kg | |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.1 m | 10.9 m |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2200 kg | |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg | |
| Permitted towbar download: | 95 kg | |
| Tire size: | 235/60 R16 | 205/55 R16; 205/50 R17; 225/45 R17; 245/40 R17; 225/40 R18; 245/35 R18 |
| Wheel rims size: | 7.5J x 16 | 7J x 16; 7J x 17; 7.5J x 17; 8J x 17; 7.5J x 18; 8J x 18 |