2001 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |