2006 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2006 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
