2002 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi R8 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1833 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2912 mm |
