1994 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 11 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
