2004 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 255 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 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 2000 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
