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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 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 415 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 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
