2002 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX

To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A6 1997 Honda S-MX
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 S-MX
Year Released 2002 1997
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1973 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2510 mm


 

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