1996 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. 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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
