2002 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 33 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Audi S4.
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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2912 mm |
