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 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 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 120 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
