2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1802 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |
