2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi RS6 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 306 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2004 Audi RS6 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model RS6 Accord
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 444 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 347 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.6 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 65 L