2008 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A6 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
