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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 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. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 350 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 | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |