2006 Honda Element vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2010 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Element | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |