1997 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Audi RS6
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2002 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
