2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. 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 2010 Alpina B7. 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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Audi | Alpina |
| Model | A6 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 88 L |
