2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
