2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 564 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad (350 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi Allroad has manual transmission. 2006 Audi Allroad will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi Allroad 2012 Honda Civic
Make Audi Honda
Model Allroad Civic
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 138 HP
Torque 350 Nm 174 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 236 km/hour 204 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1460 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km


 

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