2005 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Acura | Audi |
| Model | NSX | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
