2002 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. 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 2009 Tesla Roadster. 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Tesla |
| Model | A6 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2352 mm |
