2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Ballade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 52 L |
