2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2005 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 204 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (240 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. 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 2005 Honda NSX. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS6 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | RS6 | NSX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |