1994 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Accord | A6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |