2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Honda Civic

To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 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.

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2005 Audi A6 2008 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Civic
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L