2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 292 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 2002 Honda Accord. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
