2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |