2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. Both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2002 Audi A8 are equipped with a 4,172 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (330 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2002 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
