2002 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6.
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 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
