2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | RS6 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
