2002 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2842 mm |
