2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Pilot | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |