2008 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
