2002 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, both 2002 Audi A4 and 2002 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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 A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 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:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
