1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Civic | A6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |