2003 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 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 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 287 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS6 weights approximately 646 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 RS6 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 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1264 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
