Difference between a V6 and V8 engine
There are many things that can be deemed confusing in the wonderful world of cars. With all the new technology, efficiency ratings, engine options and more, it can be difficult for anyone who isn’t a car buff to understand which options are the best fit. Luckily, at Autos of Dallas, we make it our business to know the details, so that we can easily pass them along to you. If you’re shopping in the luxury segment, you’ve probably noticed that everything is a step above your average, everyday vehicle. This includes the engine. There are several different types of engines available within the luxury realm, but there are two that you’ve probably (at least) heard of: the V6 and the V8. In order to determine which engine will fit what you’re looking for we’ve compared the difference between a V6 and V8 engine in hopes that it will help you find what you’re looking for.
Vehicles with V6 engines near Dallas TX
Within the luxury segment, there are many vehicles that utilize the ever-popular V6 engine. It is said by many that a V6 engine is more productive in the area of efficiency, as it has 6 cylinders that intake fuel. Because it requires less fuel, you won’t be stopping at the gas station as often as you would with, say, a V8 engine (we’ll talk about that trade-off in a hot minute). If you’re curious what types of vehicles in the luxury segment offer up an efficient V6, many of our used Mercedes-Benz models do. The V6 is particularly popular on the following models:
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class & The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class
Vehicles near Dallas with V8 engines
When it comes to the V8 engine, it can most easily be associated with power and performance. Where the V8 may lack in efficiency (depending on the engine size), it can make up for it in by way of faster acceleration and more oomph. Depending on what type of luxury car you’re after- especially if it’s something with muscle- the 8-cylinder engine is a good candidate. The vehicles on our lot that you’re most likely to find a V8 engine in are as follows:
