2006 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
