2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Compass. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass. 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 Jeep Compass. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | RS6 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 51 L |
