2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4179 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1096 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |