2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1993 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 will offer significantly more control. 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
