2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 3,130 cc, 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. 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 CR-V. 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 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2011 Honda CR-V
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 CR-V
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 2400 cc
Horse Power 343 HP 180 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 243 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4554 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1819 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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