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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 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 28 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |