2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
