1996 Audi S6 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 17 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 225 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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 2013 Honda Insight. 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S6 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
