2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
