2004 Audi A6 vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Because 1997 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
