2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
