2002 Audi RS6 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | RS6 | Gol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
