2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Honda Insight

To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 11 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), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A6 2012 Honda Insight
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Insight
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1246 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1427 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L


 

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