2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2011 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |