1995 Audi RS2 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Audi RS2.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi RS2. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi RS2. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1995 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1995 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi RS2 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS2 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
