1997 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2725 mm |
