2004 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A6 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
