2006 Audi S6 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6.
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, 2006 Audi S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
