2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 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 324 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 689 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
