1999 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Accord | A6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
