2007 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2002 Honda Accord
Make Audi Honda
Model A6 Accord
Year Released 2007 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 64 L


 

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