2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi RS6 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | RS6 | 335 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |