2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka 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 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 42 L |
