2008 Audi R8 vs. 2002 Audi RS6
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi R8. (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi R8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Audi R8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 2002 Audi RS6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | R8 | RS6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
