2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Life |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
