2002 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 135 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
