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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 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.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |