2008 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 3 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1167 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |