2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Audi RS4
To start off, 2005 Audi RS4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 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 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Audi RS4. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2005 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 449 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
