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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
