2000 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A2 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
