1998 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 2,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic.
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 (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
