2004 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
