1998 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Audi A6.
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, 1998 Audi A6 (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |
