2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Audi RS4.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi RS4 (449 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (430 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS4 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
