2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |
