2002 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 355 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2007 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. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
