2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2005 Honda Accord 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. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Accord
Year Released 2001 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 2999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 241 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 287 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 1588 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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