2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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 159 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | RS6 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
