2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2006 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 (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
