2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | Audi | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A6 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
