2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 584 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A6 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A6 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |