2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A6 | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |