2008 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
