2006 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 709 kg more than 2001 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 (230 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
