2001 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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 (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |