1998 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (200 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (271 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
