2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Audi RS6
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Audi RS6. (444 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Audi RS6.
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, both vehicles can yield 560 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2002 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
