2004 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Honda Fit

To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 4 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit 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. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2008 Honda Fit
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Fit
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.2 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.5 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 41 L


 

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