1997 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
