2002 Audi A2 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A2 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
