1999 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A6 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A6 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2003 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, 1999 Audi A6 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A6 | 2003 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
