2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 287 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi RS6 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | RS6 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |