2003 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda Civic

To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 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 88 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 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 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A6 2007 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Civic
Year Released 2003 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 226 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 1700 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 97.1 mm
Top Speed 245 km/hour 205 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.3 seconds 8.6 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 1422 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L


 

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