2001 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
