2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 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 9 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda Element | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
