2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Odyssey
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Honda Odyssey were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
