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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 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 4172 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 16.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 58 L