2002 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | SP-4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
