2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
