2002 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6, 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 A6 (311 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Caterham |
| Model | A6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |
