2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |