2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi RS6. (580 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi RS6.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi RS6 (881 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 2008 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | RS6 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4175 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 580 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
