2002 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 5 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 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 484 kg more than 2002 Audi A6.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |
