2004 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 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), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
