2002 Audi A6 vs. 2002 BMW M3
To start off, both 2002 Audi A6 and 2002 BMW M3 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 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 BMW M3.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW M3. 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) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2002 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | M3 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |