2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
