2004 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 3 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 385 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 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 2007 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 (300 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (299 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
