2002 Audi S3 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. Both 2002 Audi S3 and 2005 Audi A6 are equipped with a 1,779 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2002 Audi S3.
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 S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S3 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
