2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Honda Legend

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 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 2000 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 (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2000 Honda Legend
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Legend
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 247 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 91 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1670 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 68 L