2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Honda Element.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
