2005 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2002 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Accord
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2669 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 225 km/hour 217 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L