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 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 153 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |