2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord 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 109 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |