1996 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 2007 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |