2004 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
