2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 16 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
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 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
