2003 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
