2002 Rover 45 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 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 45 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2912 mm |
