1996 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
