1996 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 554 kg more than 2002 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, 1996 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
