2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. Both 2002 Audi Avantissimo and 2003 Audi A6 are equipped with a 4,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Avantissimo | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
