2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 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 333 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.

Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi RS6 2006 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model RS6 Civic
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4172 cc 1339 cc
Horse Power 444 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 560 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 1000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 73 L


 

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