2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 178 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi RS6 2013 Toyota Highlander
Make Audi Toyota
Model RS6 Highlander
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.8 L/100km 12.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 73 L