2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
