2001 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Civic

To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2002 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, 2001 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2002 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Civic
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 179 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1264 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L