2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
