2005 Audi A6 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
