2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Accord
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.7 seconds 8.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1606 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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