2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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 (350 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
