2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 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 255 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | RS6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
