1994 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A6 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | NSX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |