2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (300 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
