2002 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
Because 2005 Marcos TS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 A4 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Audi | Marcos |
| Model | A4 | TS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
