2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2000 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2000 Saturn L | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | RS6 | L |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
