2002 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Audi S4.
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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
