2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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 2006 Honda Accord. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Audi A6 2006 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Accord
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 2204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 16.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1805 kg 1456 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L