2006 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
