2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
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 Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. 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 2006 Honda Pilot. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 77 L |
