2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 284 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |