2002 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 11 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) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2578 mm |
