1996 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, both 1996 Audi A6 and 1996 Honda Accord were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 1850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |